Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Sydney to Adelaide?

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Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Thursday, Saturday. Find deals

Question 2

How popular is this Sydney to Adelaide flight route?

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Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide have been viewed 12,972 times in the past calendar month. Find deals

Question 3

How many flights depart from Sydney to Adelaide on average per day?

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5 flight departures from Sydney to Adelaide per day on average.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 40% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 20% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 40% of flight departures Find deals

Question 4

How long is the flight from Sydney to Adelaide?

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There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Adelaide in 2h 10m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1170 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct. Find deals

Question 5

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Adelaide round-trip?

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Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Adelaide is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $154 on this airline. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Adelaide for 40% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

Question 6

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Adelaide?

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The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Adelaide are Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Tigerair Australia. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Adelaide?

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On average you can expect to pay $440 for a flight from Sydney to Adelaide. The cheapest flight overall is $83 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Adelaide) is currently priced at $160.

Question 8

What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Adelaide?

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Consider American Airlines (76%), British Airways (74%) or Alaska Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Adelaide.

Question 9

Can I find flights from Sydney to Adelaide for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Adelaide for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $137, but on average you can expect to pay $170.

Question 10

Are there direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Sydney to Adelaide is less than $173.

Question 11

Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Adelaide for under $200?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Sydney to Adelaide within the next 7 days for less than $200.

Question 12

What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Adelaide?

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You will need to book a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide if you want to fly from Sydney to Adelaide. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Adelaide (ADL) on a regular basis. There are 54 flights to Adelaide from the Sydney airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SYD to ADL to be around 2h 10m.

Question 13

Which airlines flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Tigerair Australia flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Question 14

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Sydney to Adelaide?

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Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Sydney to Adelaide. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Adelaide.

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Adelaide?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Sydney to Adelaide, book at least 51 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 19% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $279 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $327.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Adelaide?

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Flights from Sydney to Adelaide lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Sydney to Adelaide in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $159.

Question 17

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Adelaide (SYD - ADL)?

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It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Adelaide at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Question 18

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Jetstar is one of the most popular airlines used for those travelling from Sydney to Adelaide. Flights from Jetstar travelling this route typically cost $180.74 RT. This price is typically 86% cheaper than other airlines that offer Sydney to Adelaide flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $79. The most popular departure airport in Sydney when flying to Adelaide is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Adelaide is Adelaide Airport. When flying from Sydney to Adelaide, Jetstar flights are 52% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 19

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One of the most popular airlines travelling from Sydney to Adelaide is Virgin Australia. Sydney to Adelaide flights are typically 174% more expensive than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Virgin Australia typically cost $160.73 RT. The cheapest Virgin Australia flight found for this route was $83. When travelling from Sydney to Adelaide on Virgin Australia, the most popular airport to depart from is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Adelaide Airport. When flying from Sydney to Adelaide, Virgin Australia flights are 33% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 20

What airports serve Sydney to Adelaide?

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Travelling by air to Adelaide from Sydney will see you departing from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), which lies 8 km from the centre of the city. It’s about a 15min drive from the CBD to the suburb of Mascot, where you’ll find the airport. If you’d prefer to catch a bus, it’s on the N20 route. As Australia’s main international airport, it’s large and busy and offers all of the modern amenities for air travellers. You’ll land at Adelaide International Airport (ADL), the main airport serving that part of South Australia. It’s also pretty close to the city centre at 7 km away, and it takes around 15min to drive there. Otherwise, you can catch an Airport City Shuttle, which will take about 5min longer. You’ll just have to pre-book this a minimum of 24h before your flight is scheduled.

Question 21

Which airlines fly directly from Sydney to Adelaide?

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The vast majority of flights to Adelaide from Sydney are direct between the two cities. Qantas flies several times a day, as does Virgin Australia. Jetstar is the other main carrier, offering flights at slightly lower prices. The trade-off, of course, is that these flights take a little longer, but as it’s a relatively short flight in the first place, it will only add about 10-15min to the roughly 2h trip. You’ll also be able to fly from Sydney to Adelaide using Rex Airlines, which is based at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

Question 22

What are the layover options between Sydney to Adelaide?

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You also have the option of booking a one-stop flight from Sydney to Adelaide, these are also available throughout the day. The fastest trips (those with the shortest layover times) are also the more expensive on this route. Once again, you have a choice of at least 4 airlines that regularly fly these routes: Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Rex Airlines. They all layover in Melbourne and there are two main routes in operation. The first leaves Sydney Kingsford Smith and lands at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, before carrying on to land at Adelaide Airport. The other route will see you landing at Melbourne’s Avalon Airport en route. Layover times can vary widely, regardless of the airline, so choose your flight carefully when booking through Cheapflights. Some layovers take only 30min, while others can last up to almost 4h.

Question 23

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Sydney to Adelaide?

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You don’t need either a passport or visa to fly domestically inside Australia, but be aware of other restrictions on items that you may or may not carry onboard with you. These include everyday sporting items that could be misused, like rock climbing equipment, cricket bats and pool cues, so make sure to check these items in with your checked baggage.

Popular in	December	High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Cheapest in	August	Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$206	From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide
One-way from	$76	One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$113	Average$258	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$118	Average$230	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Tigerair Australia	Cheapest$139	Average$222	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Tigerair Australia flights
Rex	Cheapest$182	Average$192	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	COVID-19 safety	Search Rex flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$201	Average$412	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

7%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
41%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
50%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
2%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	53daily flights
Monday	57daily flights
Tuesday	53daily flights
Wednesday	59daily flights
Thursday	60daily flights
Friday	56daily flights
Saturday	41daily flights

Cheap flights from Sydney to Adelaide

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide are usually found in August or May, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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